Definition

Having a short and thick appearance; not tall or slender.

Example

The tree in the yard is stumpier than the one in the park.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you noticed how that tree in the park looks much stumpier than before?

Yeah, it really does! I wonder if they trimmed it recently.

I think it gives it a unique character, though.

Definitely! It makes the park feel more cozy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stumpier → It is formed from "stump" (from Old English *stumpa*, meaning a truncated or cut-off part) and the suffix "-ier" (meaning more). The word "stumpier" means more truncated or cut-off than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'more cut-off' or 'more truncated' — 'stump' refers to a cut-off part, and '-ier' indicates a comparison.

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